Nature Walk at Nodding Trilliums Private Nature Preserve in Cullowhee
2023-05-12 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | NC

VWIN Sampling Weekend in the High Country 5/13-5/14
2023-05-13 - 2023-05-14 | NC

Guided River Snorkel near Boone, NC 5/20
2023-05-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Watauga Upper Gorge Access, 2531 Old Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC, 28679, United States

Moss Lake Paddle Race and Fundraiser for Broad Riverkeeper
2023-05-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Camp Creek Boat Ramp, 863 New Camp Creek Church Rd., Kings Mountain, NC, 28086, United States
All are invited to join us in this first ever paddle race at Moss Lake!
We will meet up at 10:00 sharp at the public access/boat ramp at 863 New Camp Creek Church Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Your Broad Riverkeeper, David Caldwell, will give a brief introduction and explain the race course and rules, and the race will start at about 10:45. We will paddle up the lake approximately 2 miles, circle around an island, and race back down to the finish line in the boat landing area. Volunteer Safety/Observer boats will be anchored along the race course to help guide the way and assist anyone who might have trouble.
Rules for the race are simple:

You must wear a pfd (life jacket) the entire time on the water
No motors allowed
No sails or pedal power
Boats may include: canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, other small craft
Paddle solo, tandem, or as many people who will safely/legally fit in the boat
No interfering with other boats. Keep it clean.

Prizes: $200 for first, $100 for second, $50 for third.
Event sponsors are:
City of Kings Mountain
Joy Pharr Realty – Ivester Jackson Blackstream, Christie’s International Real Estate
Michael Cheng
We are looking for “safety boat” volunteers who can anchor their vessels along the course. Email david@mountaintrue.org for more information.

Crawfish Boil to benefit MountainTrue's French Broad Riverkeeper Program
2023-05-23 16:00 | The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
BEER WEEK: CRAWFISH BOIL
Sierra Nevada Brews + Music + Crawfish!
All Ages
Doors: 4pm // Show: 5pm
Free To Attend / Crawfish Available To Purchase
Orders will only be taken on the day of the event at our in-house taqueria! We are limiting the number of crawfish orders to 75 this year. First come, first served!
$55 per order of crawfish — proceeds go to MountainTrue — includes crawfish boil (~4 lbs per person) with sides! Sierra Nevada brews available for purchase.

Headwaters Fun Float on the Broad River in Shelby, NC
2023-06-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Cooke’s Hometown Market, 4601 Polkville Rd, Shelby, NC, 28150, United States
We are heading up to the South Mountain foothills for a fun paddle on the cool shady waters of the First Broad River. The water is likely to be pretty shallow and “bony”, that is, we will be scraping and dragging over quite a few rocks and gravel beds.
Meet up at Cooke’s Hometown Market at 10:00 am sharp! (4601 Polkville Rd, Shelby, NC 28150) You can follow us to the put-in to drop off boats. Then we’ll take all the vehicles to the take-out spot and shuttle back to begin paddling.
Please bring your boat, paddle, and lifejacket, water, lunch, sunscreen, sturdy water shoes or sneakers (no flip-flops), towel and a dry change of clothes. We have some kayaks available to rent for an additional fee, please be sure to purchase rental gear at checkout if you need it.
The rain date for this paddle will be June 10th.

plēb Wine Release Event
2023-06-03 12:00 - 20:00 | Pleb Urban Winery, 289 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
On June 3rd plēb will be releasing several wines in a lil’ celebration they are calling “Acid on the River”. They will be joined by some of their friends in the beer, wine, food, tattoo, charity (including MountainTrue) and art communities for the occasion. The French Broad Riverkeeper program receives a portion of proceeds from specific sales.
No tickets.
As is plēb tradition, come as you are… thirsty, hungry and open minded.

Lewis Creek Preserve Nature Walk in Hendersonville, NC 6/7/23
2023-06-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Lewis Creek Nature Preserve, 15 Ida Rogers Dr., Hendersonville, NC, 28792, United States

Trash Trout River Clean Out near Boone, NC 6/8
2023-06-08 14:00 - 16:00 | NC
Want to get in the river AND contribute to its health? Assist with cleanout and inventory of trash types and brands found within the Trash Trouts. This weeks trash trout clean out will be at Winkler’s Creek. Made from recycled materials, this passive litter collection device will be sure to get you asking questions and feeling good about what we can do to mitigate the trash found in the river. We’ve got the boots and waders, just bring your love for river health! Sign up so we know your sizes and how many people to bring equipment for.
Please note under MountainTrue policy, we will never share your contact information with external groups or individuals.
**Note: Dates and times are subject to change due to weather conditions with short notice. Please follow our Watauga Riverkeeper Instagram and Watauga Riverkeeper Facebook Page or email hannah@mountaintrue.org to receive the most up-to-date information on event changes/cancellations.

VWIN Sampling Weekend in the High Country 6/10-6/11
2023-06-10 - 2023-06-11 | NC

2023 Virtual BioBlitz
2023-06-10 - 2023-06-25 | NC
Each year, MountainTrue hosts a BioBlitz to record all the species we can find in a given area. We identify and catalog organisms in-person and virtually using the online app iNaturalist to make the event accessible to all. Our 2023 Bioblitz will focus on the Craggy Mountains. This is an area of astounding diversity that the Forest Service has recognized as a Forest Scenic Area in the new Forest Plan for Pisgah National Forest. MountainTrue and Friends of Big Ivy are partnering to hold an in-person bioblitz on June 10. We have recruited over 20 experts to lead you, your friends, and your family to discover and photograph the natural diversity of the Craggy Mountains. What’s more, the information you collect will be crucial in documenting the special character of the area, helping the Forest Service to better protect it, and in demonstrating to Congress that it should be designated a permanently protected National Scenic Area. Need more information about iNaturalist? Visit our information page here: https://mountaintrue.org/bioblitz23/
If you would like to attend the in-person Bioblitz event on June 10th, please register using this link: https://mountaintrue.org/event/2023-bioblitz/
If you would like to participant virtually, all you need is a smartphone with the iNaturalist app and to sign up for the 2023 MountainTrue Craggy Mountain Bioblitz using the form BELOW. You don’t even have to know the identity of the plants and animals you are photographing. Just take pictures of the unique features of each organism and upload those to iNaturalist and a worldwide network of experts will help identify your observations. The Bioblitz will include all federal land in the Craggy Mountains and will last two weeks, from June 10 – June 25, 2023.

2023 Craggy Mountain BioBlitz
2023-06-10 09:00 - 16:30 | Big Ivy Community Center, 540 Dillingham Rd, Barnardsville, NC, 28709, United States
Each year, MountainTrue hosts a BioBlitz to record all the species we can find in a given area. We identify and catalog organisms in-person and virtually using the online app iNaturalist to make the event accessible to all.
Our 2023 Bioblitz will focus on the Craggy Mountains. This is an area of astounding diversity that the Forest Service has recognized as a Forest Scenic Area in the new Forest Plan for Pisgah National Forest. MountainTrue and Friends of Big Ivy are partnering to hold an in-person bioblitz on June 10. We have recruited over 20 experts to lead you, your friends, and your family to discover and photograph the natural diversity of the Craggy Mountains. What’s more, the information you collect will be crucial in documenting the special character of the area, helping the Forest Service to better protect it, and in demonstrating to Congress that it should be designated a permanently protected National Scenic Area. Need more information about iNaturalist? Visit our information page here: https://mountaintrue.org/bioblitz23/
Can’t make it to our in-person event on June 10th? Don’t fret! All you need is a smartphone with the iNaturalist app and to sign up for the 2023 MountainTrue Craggy Mountain Bioblitz. You don’t even have to know the identity of the plants and animals you are photographing. Just take pictures of the unique features of each organism and upload those to iNaturalist and a worldwide network of experts will help identify your observations. The Bioblitz will include all federal land in the Craggy Mountains and will last two weeks, from June 10 – June 25, 2023. If you are interested in participating in the Bioblitz event virtually from June 11th to June 25th, please register using this link: https://mountaintrue.org/event/2023-virtual-bioblitz/.
If you are interested in attending our in-person event on June 10th, please register using the form BELOW. This will sign you up for email communications from our team about event updates and need to know information.

Beech Mountain Concert Series
2023-06-10 17:00 - 22:00 | Beech Mountain Resort, 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain, NC, 28604, United States
Beech Mountain Summer Music Series is back, come jam out with us on the mountain and listen to The Revivalists with Son Little. The shows are set to start at 7PM and are open to all ages (children 5 and under for free!) RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
Ticket Options:
General Admission: $55
VIP: $150 (includes one complimentary drink ticket, early entry, premium viewing area near VIP tent/bar, and VIP portable restrooms)
VIP gates open at 5PM // General Admission gates open at 5:30
*Patrons are permitted to bring camping chairs and blankets
*A portion of the proceeds will benefit MountainTrue
Purchase tickets and access up to date show information here: https://www.beechmountainresort.com/summer-concert-series-2023/

MountainTrue Ecologist and Public Lands Director Bob Gale's Retirement Celebration
2023-06-13 16:30 - 18:30 | The Wedge at Foundation, 5 Foundy St., Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
MountainTrue Ecologist and Public Lands Director, Bob Gale, is retiring after 25 years! Join us as we share stories, cake and raise a glass to his hard work and accomplishments. We will be in the courtyard of the Wedge at the Foundation from 4:30- 6:30 pm with the Cloud Room reserved in the case of rain. Let’s shower Bob with the same love he has bestowed upon his community! We hope to see you there.
We will have a donation box available at the event. Should you feel so inclined, you can make a donation to help fund Bob’s next adventures. All funds raised will go directly to Bob.

2023 MountainTrue-a-thon
2023-06-15 00:00 - 2023-08-31 23:59 | NC
Calling all hikers, bikers and paddlers! Raise money for MountainTrue while doing your favorite activities this Summer. Participants of any experience level collect pledges from family and friends for miles completed between June 15 and August 31st.
We have some awesome prizes this year for the participant raising the most $ for MountainTrue AND for the participant in each category (hiking, biking and paddling) that completes the most miles.
Check out our Resource Page for recommended trails, packing lists and helpful tips on how to ask for support from family and friends. What are you waiting for?! Sign up now and help us put the FUN in FUNDRAISING this Summer.

River Cleanup with Wicked Weed in Asheville, NC 6-17-23
2023-06-17 13:00 - 16:30 | NC
Come join the river cleanup hosts MountainTrue and Wicked Weed on June 17 from 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. as we clean up the Swannanoa & French Broad rivers!
Park at the Craven Street river access or as close as you can. We’ll shuttle up to the put-in on the Swannanoa River and paddle back with boats full of tires, plastic bottles, and surprises found along the way. The afterparty will be at the Wicked Weed Brewery in downtown Asheville, and prizes will be awarded for weirdest trash found.
Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and clothes you don’t mind getting wet and dirty. These sections of the Swannanoa and French Broad are flatwater and suitable for all paddlers.
Bringing your own boat: Please make sure to bring your own life jacket and paddle.
Planning to borrow a boat: Please choose the ticket option below that includes a boat! We will also provide a life jacket and a paddle.

CANCELLED - Green Clean Series 6/22
2023-06-22 17:30 - 20:00 | Fishtop Access, 2302 Green River Cove, Saluda, North Carolina, 28773
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED – Due to ongoing flash floods and rain we are cancelling this event. Please sign up for one of our other upcoming Green Clean events in July and August!
Join the Green Riverkeeper on Thursday, June 22nd to kick off our Green Clean Series! This event will continue to happen the 4th Thursday of every month June-August from 5:30-8ish. You do not have to kayak to be a part of the monthly cleans. We absolutely welcome road-side helpers too! We’ll meet at the Fishtop Access at 5:30pm to split into teams before heading out!
Please bring water, snacks, gear appropriate for the water or roadside (gloves, closed-toed shoes, sunscreen, medical needs, etc). We will provide trash bags.
Green River Brew Pub will offer one free drink to clean up volunteers that present a ticket after each clean up this summer! As a thank you, The SPOT offers you a gift to enjoy within a week of your participation in the clean-up!
If you have any questions about the clean-ups please contact our Green Riverkeeper at erica@mountaintrue.org. Let’s protect our special places, friends!

Trash Trout River Clean Out near Boone, NC 7/6
2023-07-06 14:00 - 16:00 | NC

VWIN Sampling Weekend in the High Country 7/8-7/9
2023-07-08 - 2023-07-09 | NC

5th Annual Broad River Race Day and Fun Float
2023-07-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Lake Houser Put In, NC
The meetup address is: 1350 Lake Houser Rd, Mooresboro, NC 28114
Coordinates: 35.220358, -81.731398

Michael Franti and Spearhead
2023-07-08 18:00 - 22:00 | The Salvage Station, 466 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, 28804, United States
Join us for the 2023 Michael Franti & Spearhead concert at the Salvage Station featuring Fortunate Youth! All proceeds from the concert support the work of the French Broad Riverkeeper, a program of MountainTrue and the primary protector and defender of the French Broad River watershed. Get your tickets now!
Doors open at 6:00pm and music starts at 7:00pm. There will be several food trucks and full bars open for you to enjoy! Please visit the Salvage Station’s event page for the most up to date information, tickets, parking information, and other FAQs.

French Broad Float 2023
2023-07-12 - 2023-07-14 | Hot Springs Campground, 315 Bridge Street, Hot Springs, NC, 28743
WE ARE BACK, FOLKS!! After a couple-year hiatus due to Covid, we’re ready to bring our favorite river trip back to the masses!
Our annual French Broad Float is back! Every year, MountainTrue and our French Broad Riverkeeper guide participants on an incredible trip down a stretch of the French Broad River, creating powerful memories of camping under the stars on the French Broad River Paddle Trail and exploring what can feel like uncharted territory right in our own backyards. Leave the hustle behind, and experience the joys of river travel while having your meals provided, your campfire built and your gear transported for you to your next campsite.
The dates for 2023 are July 12-14. The plan is to launch our canoes near Hot Springs, NC, enjoy scenic views of the river, and tackle some small rapids along the way before finishing up at the river access near Hwy 25/70. We’ll highlight the work of the Riverkeeper program to keep our waterways clean in WNC, and still have plenty of time for cornhole and s’mores.
Camping has been arranged for each night of the trip. Attendees will feast on delicious meals prepared by our staff. You’re welcome to bring all your own gear, or we can provide watercraft (canoes, duckies, kayaks) for those that need it. For those folks, we’ll include paddles, life jackets, and helmets.
If you’re feeling especially adventurous, then join us on a one-day rafting trip of Section 9 on July 11! Flowing through the heart of Pisgah National Forest, the trip starts in Barnard, NC with a few warm-up class II rapids. The rest of the section highlights the beauty of the river and the Blue Ridge Mountains while bounding down numerous class II and class III rapids. We’ll end with an exciting class IV rapid called Frank Bells. It’s a beautiful stretch that we’re hoping can be designated as a Wild and Scenic River one day. Arriving in Hot Springs, NC, you can grab a beer, hike, or enjoy a soak in natural hot springs before we launch for the main trip the following day.
We look forward to seeing you on the water! Scroll down past the FAQ section to submit a sign-up form!
French Broad Float – FAQs
What does my registration fee include?
Your registration fee includes shuttle, food, beer, awesome and knowledgeable guides, educational activities, tours, and a great time with other paddlers.
Do I need to be an experienced paddler?
It helps to have spent some time paddling a boat, but it’s not necessary for the trip. The pace and distance of each day’s journey and the difficulty of the river is generally suitable for beginner to intermediate paddlers. The trip does have some class II rapids with one small, class III rapid.
What do I need to bring?
You only need to bring personal camping items, including a tent, sleeping pad and bag, and personal items. Leave the rest to us. When you register, we will email you with a list of suggested supplies. Camp gear is limited to 40 pounds, and two bags per person. If you’re bringing your own boat, it should be of a size and weight that you and another person can carry.
Where do we camp?
Camping will be on the banks of the river every night. This is backcountry, primitive camping. Some sites might have a composting toilet or porta-john. On other sites, we’ll be using a groover system.
Do I need to bring food?
Breakfast, dinner and sack lunches will be provided as part of your registration. Yummy beer will be available on each night of the trip. You are welcome to bring some other must-have snacks and drinks as well.
Where do I leave my car?
Everyone will meet in Hot Springs. We have arranged a safe place to meet and leave your cars. Your camping gear will be shuttled between campsites, allowing you to travel light on the river. We will email these details closer to the date.
Do I have to paddle with all my camping gear?
Not at all! Unless you’re really into it. We’ll have vans and trailers to lug gear from campsite to campsite.
Do I have to wake up super early?
Not at all! We don’t sleep until noon, but this is a laid-back kind of paddle. We encourage you to get all the beauty sleep you need (we don’t want any zombies out there). Just be sure you’re ready to launch your boat around 10 or 11 AM.
Do I have to sleep late?
Not at all! If you’re an early riser (before 7), get up and get going when you feel ready. We might not have breakfast ready for you, but you are welcome to get up, raid the kitchen coolers for snacks or coffee, go birding, or whatever you super early birds do.
Can I go fishing?
Sure! Just make sure you have both a North Carolina and Tennessee fishing license with you.
More questions? Call or email the French Broad Riverkeeper at Hartwell@MountainTrue.org.

Beech Mountain Concert Series
2023-07-15 17:00 - 22:00 | Beech Mountain Resort, 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain, NC, 28604, United States
Beech Mountain Summer Music Series is back, come jam out with us on the mountain and listen to Amos Lee with Langhorne Slim! The shows are set to start at 7PM and are open to all ages (children 5 and under for free!) RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
Ticket Options:
General Admission: $55
VIP: $150 (includes one complimentary drink ticket, early entry, premium viewing area near VIP tent/bar, and VIP portable restrooms)
VIP gates open at 5PM // General Admission gates open at 5:30
*Patrons are permitted to bring camping chairs and blankets
Purchase tickets and access up to date show information here: https://www.beechmountainresort.com/summer-concert-series-2023/

The River Runs On
2023-07-20 18:00 - 21:00 | New Belgium Brewing Company, 21 Craven St, Asheville, NC, 28806, United States
The River Runs On explores the release of a forest plan that decides the fate of two of the most important national forests in the country – the Pisgah and Nantahala. Featuring some of the top conservationists and most popular spots within the region, the documentary reflects on our relationship to these public lands and what the future may hold for this unique part of the world.
Presented by MountainTrue, this screening will be held in the brewhouse at New Belgium. The doors will open at 6:00pm and the film will begin at 7:00pm.
**Seating is limited and will be on a first come basis, so be sure to arrive early and snag a beer and seat before it begins! (MountainTrue will receive all bar tips from the event).

Purchase Tickets
Immediately following the film, we will have a panel discussion where members of the audience will be able to ask questions about the Pisgah-Nantahala Forest Plan and it’s release. Joining the discussion will be characters from the film, including Josh Kelly with MountainTrue, David Whitmire from Headwaters Outfitters and Will Harlan from the Center for Biological Diversity.
To learn more about the film, please visit www.theriverrunson.com. Want to watch the trailer? Find it on Vimeo, here.

Craggy National Scenic Area Hike near Barnardsville, NC
2023-07-21 10:00 - 16:00 | NC
Join MountainTrue for a hike in the proposed Craggy Mountain National Scenic Area. The Craggy Mountains are one of the mightiest mountain ranges in eastern North America and are traversed by the Blue Ridge Parkway. The National Forest Lands of the Craggy Mountains have popular support to become a national scenic area designed to permanently protect the scenic and biological values of the area. Join biologist Josh Kelly for a six-mile hike through the spectacular high-elevation forests and vistas of the Craggies. Along the way, we will appreciate the flora, fauna, and natural history of the area.

Limpieza de Broad River Greenway / Trail cleanup at Broad River Greenway
2023-07-21 12:30 - 16:00 | 126 Broad River Dr., 126 Broad River Dr., Shelby, NC, 28152, United States
ENGLISH BELOW
¡Únete a nosotros en el Evento de Limpieza de Senderos durante la Semana Latina de la Conservación!
Fecha: viernes, 21 de julio de 2023
Hora: 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Lugar: Estación del Guardabosques de Broad River Greenway, 126 Broad River Dr, Shelby, NC 28152
Coordenadas de encuentro: 35.220426, -81.731488
¡Celebra la Semana Latina de la Conservación uniéndote a MountainTrue y Latinos Aventureros para una tarde de limpieza de senderos en el hermoso Broad River Greenway en Boiling Springs, NC! Juntos, podemos tener un impacto positivo en nuestro medio ambiente y preservar la belleza natural de nuestro entorno.
Trae tu almuerzo en una bolsa y únete a nosotros para disfrutar de una comida relajante junto al río a las 12:30 pm. Luego, aproximadamente a la 1:30 pm, nos dividiremos en tres equipos para limpiar la basura en los diferentes senderos. ¡Trabajemos juntos para mantener el Broad River Greenway impecable! Nos encontraremos nuevamente en la Estación del Guardabosques alrededor de las 3:00 pm para compartir lo que hemos recolectado y terminar el día con un refrescante baño en la playa. ¡Será una gran oportunidad para conectar con personas afines y disfrutar del aire libre!
Para obtener más información, contacta a:
David Caldwell, Guardián del Río Broad: david@mountaintrue.org, 704-284-9002
Vivianette Ortiz, Latinos Aventureros: vortiz@latinosaventureros.org, Whatsapp- +17048796290
¡Unámonos para un día de conservación, comunidad y aventura! No te pierdas esta increíble oportunidad. ¡Te esperamos!
ENGLISH
Join us for a Latino Conservation Week Trail Cleanup Event!
Date: Friday, July 21, 2023
Time: 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Broad River Greenway Ranger Station, 126 Broad River Dr, Shelby, NC 28152
Meetup Coordinates: 35.220426, -81.731488
Celebrate Latino Conservation Week by joining MountainTrue and Latinos Aventureros for a trail cleanup afternoon at the stunning Broad River Greenway in Boiling Springs, NC! Together, we can make a positive impact on our environment and preserve the natural beauty of our surroundings.
Bring a bag lunch and join us for a relaxing meal by the river bank at 12:30 pm. Afterward, at approximately 1:30 pm, we’ll split into three teams to clean up litter along the different trails. Let’s work together to keep the Broad River Greenway pristine! We’ll meet back at the Ranger Station around 3:00 pm to share what we’ve collected and end the day with a refreshing swim at the beach. It’ll be a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and enjoy the outdoors!
For more information and to reserve your spot – please visit the official event page here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/limpieza-de-broad-river-greenway-trail-cleanup-at-broad-river-greenway-tickets-676693758247?aff=oddtdtcreator

Beech Mountain's Passport to Adventure Stream Ecology Hike
2023-07-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Buckeye Recreation Center, 1330 Pine Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC, 28604, United States
Free to the public! Take a walk with MountainTrue’s Watauga Riverkeeper staff and learn about stream ecology on the mountain. This will be an opportunity to ask questions and learn about the wildlife around us through the lens of science and advocacy. A huge thank you to Beech Mountain Parks & Recreation for hosting Watauga Riverkeeper as a guest speaker in their summer outdoor series called “Beech Mountain’s Passport to Adventure”.
This hike is not strenuous but expect to get wet and wear the appropriate clothing! Bring a water bottle, snack, any safety equipment they may need (ie. walking stick).

Valle Crucis Park BioBlitz
2023-07-23 09:30 - 16:30 | The Valle Crucis Community Park, 2892 Broadstone Road, Valle Crucis, NC, 28604, United States
Join MountainTrue’s High Country team for the 3rd annual BioBlitz at Valle Crucis Community Park on Sunday, July 23. This is an annual event – hosted by MountainTrue on iNaturalist – that seeks to get experts, naturalists, and curious others outdoors to document every living organism we can find. Stop by anytime between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to explore the meadows and wetlands along the river and help us find and identify as many different plants, animals, and fungi as we can for the park’s species list!
For the most up to date information, registration, and FAQs, please visit the Valle Crucis Community Park website.

Green Clean Series 7/27
2023-07-27 17:30 - 20:00 | Fishtop Access, 2302 Green River Cove, Saluda, North Carolina, 28773
Join the Green Riverkeeper on Thursday, July 27th for our Green Clean Series! This event will continue to happen the 4th Thursday of every month June-August from 5:30-8ish. You do not have to kayak to be a part of the monthly cleans. We absolutely welcome road-side helpers too! We’ll meet at the Fishtop Access at 5:30pm to split into teams before heading out!
Please bring water, snacks, gear appropriate for the water or roadside (gloves, closed-toed shoes, sunscreen, medical needs, etc). We will provide trash bags.
Green River Brew Pub will offer one free drink to clean up volunteers that present a ticket after each clean up this summer! As a thank you, The SPOT offers you a gift to enjoy within a week of your participation in the clean-up!
If you have any questions about the clean-ups please contact our Green Riverkeeper at erica@mountaintrue.org. Let’s protect our special places, friends!

Guided River Snorkel near Boone, NC 7/29
2023-07-29 10:00 - 12:30 | Watauga Upper Gorge Access, 2531 Old Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC, 28679, United States
Join our High Country Water Team in exploring aquatic wildlife in the Watauga River. We will get up close and personal with many native fish species, such as the tangerine darter. Using view buckets, we can see under the water’s surface and observe the life teeming below. This is a great opportunity to learn about aquatic ecosystems, and what makes the Watauga River truly unique. Our staff will provide viewbuckets, identification books, and a wealth of knowledge of the region.
Important: *Option to rent a wetsuit and snorkel for a fully immersive experience at an additional cost*. If you would like to rent a wetsuit and snorkel gear, be sure to purchase both a ticket ($10-$30) and the additional ticket for rental gear ($20). Please also indicate what size wetsuit you will need based on the sizing chart linked here.
The rain date for this event will take place on August 26th.
